ABORTION
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6 terrifying things that could happen if the Comstock Act is used to target abortion
If interpreted literally, the Comstock Act could use antiquated legal code to effectively ban abortion by severely limiting the types of medical tools that can be sent via mail—even in states where abortion remains legal.
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It’s official: Your boss has to give you time off to recover from childbirth or get an abortion
Employees across the US will now have access to unpaid time off to recover from childbirth or to access an abortion. Here’s what you need to know about the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act changes.
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‘You are not safe’: Elizabeth Warren warns Michigan women ahead of presidential election
During a visit to Michigan, US Sen. Elizabeth Warren offered a stark warning to Michigan voters ahead of the presidential election:
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This Michigan lawmaker built his career on compromise. But he isn’t budging on this issue.
When it comes to reproductive rights, Curtis Hertel Jr. said there’s a “big difference” between him and his Republican opponent.
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Whitmer ‘confident’ Trump will sign federal abortion ban if given the chance
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said ex-President Donald Trump is still taking pride in letting politicians interfere in private medical decisions for women.
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Michigan leaders stand behind Biden in ‘fight for the soul of the nation’
Democrats are drawing a clear contrast between President Biden’s effort to lower costs and create jobs and ex-President Trump’s “record of failed policies.”
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GOP nominee for special Michigan House election opposes abortion ‘without exception’
Josh Powell, a candidate for a special Michigan House election this month, said during a GOP event that he opposes all abortion “without exception.”
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A second Trump term could lead to abortion and IVF bans
The former president has suggested he might support a 15-week nationwide abortion ban, cozied up to members of the anti-IVF movement, and is aligned with groups who want to further restrict reproductive freedom.
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Nessel asks SCOTUS to block red state bans on emergency abortions
Attorney General Dana Nessel urged the US Supreme Court to preserve the ability of emergency room doctors to provide abortions.
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Whitmer signs bills to support IVF patients, legalize paid surrogacy
The Michigan Family Protection Act will create legal protections for parents who use fertility treatments, surrogacy, or assisted reproduction.
